Annual awards presented by the Andhra Pradesh government to honor achievements in Telugu cinema.
The Nandi Awards are conferred by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to recognize excellence in Telugu language films, theatre, and television. Named after the iconic granite bull statue at Lepakshi, the awards symbolize cultural pride and cinematic achievement.
Introduced in 1964 by the Andhra Pradesh government, the first Nandi Awards honored achievements in five competitive categories. Over time, the awards expanded to include dozens of honors across feature films, short films, and television serials.
Key Nandi categories encompass:
A committee of film professionals and scholars appointed by the state evaluates submissions and recommends winners.
Winning a Nandi Award is a mark of prestige in Tollywood (Telugu cinema), often propelling filmmakers and performers to national recognition. The awards also encourage regional storytelling, highlighting social themes and linguistic heritage in Andhra Pradesh.
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